Bone Health

anterior approach:
- femoral artery may be palpated in femoral triangle, & may be used as a guide in aspirating the hip joint;
- palpate the femoral pulse just as it exits the inguinal ligament;
- entry point is one inch lateral to the artery (at the inguinal ligament) and one inch below the inguinal ligament;
- going lateral 1 inch will also make entry site approx 1 in below ligament;
- needle entry is then straight down into the lateral half of the joint cavity;
Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics

Enter weight and height (lbs and ft/inches only) to calculate Body Mass Index (BMI)

Body mass index (BMI) is measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women.

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Health screening, Aerobic testing, Body Composition, Blood Cholesterol, Athletic testing, Flexibility, Muscular strength and endurance.
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Basic Science of how bone mineral density scan works

Framework for fitness assessment from the YMCA Fitness Testing and Assessment Manual.
Introduction | Health Screening | Standard Measurement | Body Composition | Cardiorespiratory Endurance | Flexibility | Strength & Muscular Endurance